2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2000 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Because 1992 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine. 2000 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
